Respiratory Therapist- F/T Days, (Old Irving Park)

Company: Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The Respiratory Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The respiratory therapist (RT) serves as a member of the clinical team to assess, manage, treat and perform diagnostic evaluations for patients requiring respiratory care services. The RT performs all respiratory care procedures including bronchial hygiene evaluations using clinical practice guidelines and therapist driven protocols approved by the Medical Director. Responsibilities: Conducts patient assessments and interprets clinical data necessary for the delivery of quality patient care Implements and evaluates the plan of care related to respiratory procedures including but not limited to aerosol, secretion mobilization, and hyperinflation therapies Provides care for patients requiring ventilator assistance, complex respiratory devices and procedures Performs comprehensive ventilator management and monitors the cardiopulmonary status of patients receiving intensive respiratory care Maintains emergency airway equipment for patients with artificial airways. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as designated by department policy and/or by physician order Consults with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals and participates in daily patient rounds for assigned area to promote consistent quality and delivery of patient care Assists physicians with bedside procedures Identifies and appropriately responds to a patient’s declining respiratory status Responds to airway emergencies, level one traumas and cardiac arrests Completes all documentation for patient charting in compliance with standards for accuracy and content as established by the department and NMH Additional Functions Demonstrates clinical competence Implements appropriate actions to respond to needs of patients and their significant others Monitors and documents the patient’s response to therapeutic interventions and progress toward outcomes Serves as a resource and role model for new staff, students, and other NMH personnel and assists with precepting and orienting Works collaboratively with all hospital services to responsibly accomplish daily work and maintain an environment of excellence Assists with the development of clinical research protocols and participates in their implementation Qualifications Required: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)- Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (within three months of hire) Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association (for adult care therapists) Associate Degree in Applied Science (AAS)- Respiratory Therapy Preferred: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)- National Board of Respiratory Care Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT)- National Board of Respiratory Care Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

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